(a) In general Notwithstanding any other provision of law
(1) section
5 of title
41 shall apply with respect to purchases and contracts for the Architect of the Capitol as if the reference to $25,000 in paragraph (1) of such section were a reference to $100,000; and
(2) the Architect may procure services, equipment, and construction for security related projects in the most efficient manner he determines appropriate.